Saleh Yusuf began his music career with Mazadijo Band in 1990 and laterin 1991 Joseph Kamaru welcomed him to perform in his band. After which he later joined Grand Magoma Band before going on to form his own group, the Butere Kings Band.

Butere Kings Band has released 5 albums and are still working on releasing more songs. They have performed widely in Kenya and also toured Tanzania, Zaire and South Africa.